There are times when we all need support about our health – whether that’s our emotional health and wellbeing, our physical health, about our sexual health/ our relationships or we might just need someone to talk to. On this page we give information about some of the support services and networks in Sheffield and some of the national helplines that might be of help to you. All the services listed on this page are free and all are confidential.

Sheffield Futures

Sheffield Futures supports young people to achieve their full potential in learning, employment and life to achieve a better future and support young people around employment and social inclusion, careers guidance and personal development. You can find more information about this project at www.sheffieldfutures.org.uk

SAYiT

SAYiT is a Sheffield charity providing support and social opportunities for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans young people up to the age of 25. You can find more information about the work of the charity at www.sayit.org.uk

The Corner

The Corner is Sheffield’s young people’s substance misuse service and provides support and treatment to young people under 19 in the Sheffield area who are experiencing problems with drugs and alcohol. You can find more information about this project at www.cri.org.uk/corner_sheffield.php

Interchange

Interchange is a counselling and emotional wellbeing service for young people aged 13 to 25. You can find more information about this project at www.interchangesheffield.org.uk

SRASAC (Sheffield Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre)

The Sheffield Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre also known as Sheffield Rape Crisis) is a specialist women only service offering free and confidential support to empower women and girls (from 13 years old) who have experienced rape or sexual abuse at any times in their lives You can find more information about these projects at www.sheffieldrapecrisis.org.uk

National Helplines

Childline

24 hr confidential helpline for any issue that affects children and young people Helpline: 0800 1111 www.childline.org.uk

Samaritans

Friendly listening service for people of all ages. Open 10am-10pm 7 days a week. Helpline: 0114 276 7277 www.samaritans.org

Brook

Confidential sexual health and pregnancy advice for under 25s. Text and webchat www.brook.org.uk